# NTSB Accident MIA01LA009
> **Piper PA-28-161** · 2000-10-18 · JESUP, GA, USA · MINR
## Event
- **NTSB number:** MIA01LA009
- **Event ID:** 20001212X22212
- **Type:** Accident
- **Date:** 2000-10-18
- **Location:** JESUP, GA, USA
- **Coordinates:** 31.660497, -81.930526
## Injuries
- **Highest injury:** MINR
- **Fatal:** 0
- **Serious:** 0
- **Minor:** 2
- **Uninjured:** 0
- **Total aboard:** 2
## Aircraft
- **Make:** Piper
- **Model:** PA-28-161
- **Registration:** N47881
- **FAR Part:** 091
- **Engines:** 1
- **Damage:** SUBS
## Conditions
- **Light:** NR
- **Weather:** VMC
## Probable cause

A total failure of the wheel braking system due to the pilot's improper use of braking in downwind, downhill conditions, resulting in overheated brakes, and subsequent encounter with a downslope and terrain collision.

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